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Production Operator/ Forklift driver

Location: Dublin 11

Work Type: Permanent / Full Time

Job Ref: 1323518

DGR is hiring an experienced Production Operator / Forklift Driver for a long‑established chemical manufacturer in Finglas, Dublin 11, producing detergents, degreasers, disinfectants, skin care products and adhesives for industrial and retail customers.

The role You will work as part of a small production team in a chemical manufacturing environment, operating mixing and filling equipment, loading/unloading with a counterbalance forklift and following strict safety and quality procedures. This is a daytime, Monday–Friday role with no shift work or weekends.

Typical duties include:
  • Operating production and filling machinery for liquid chemical products
  • Weighing, measuring and mixing raw materials to batch specifications
  • Loading and unloading pallets and IBCs using a counterbalance forklift
  • Labelling, packing and palletising finished goods
  • Completing batch records and basic quality checks
  • Maintaining a clean, safe working area and following all PPE and safety rules
Must‑have requirements Candidates must have solid experience in a chemical production or chemical manufacturing environment – this is essential for the role.
  • Proven production/operatives experience in chemicals (blending, filling, batching or similar)
  • Valid counterbalance forklift licence
  • Valid Manual Handling certificate
  • Good understanding of health & safety and safe handling of chemicals
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions and batch sheets
  • Reliable, punctual and comfortable with physical, hands‑on work
Nice to have
  • Experience in FMCG, industrial cleaning products, adhesives or similar liquid manufacturing
  • Previous experience working with ISO or quality‑controlled processes
What’s on offer
  • €16.00 per hour, paid weekly
  • Straight daytime hours, Monday to Friday (8.00am – 4.30pm)
  • Long‑term, full‑time work with a well‑known Irish chemical manufacturer in Dublin 11
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